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Vehicle Aftercare – Coating & Car Washing Maintenance

Vehicle Aftercare is  important to preserve and maintain automotive finishes, including vehicles with Paint Protection Film (PPF) or Ceramic Nano Coatings. Regular maintenance helps keep them performing their best by avoiding topical contamination build up. Also, certain topical contaminants are very aggressive and are able to wreak havoc if left to sit on surfaces.

Vehicle Washing Methods

Both Traditional Washing (with a bucket) and Waterless Washing (a solution in a spray bottle with towels) methods are demonstrated on the YouTube channel of my colleague @ OCDCarCare Los Angeles

Watch each demo a couple times to learn the ins and outs of each wash method:

Waterless Car Wash Method

Traditional Car Wash Method

Application of Silica Sealant for Coating or PPF

We recommend applying a Silica based Sealant (CarPro reload) at least 2-3 times a year for vehicles that are stored in garages during evenings. While, for vehicles living outside 24/7 365, we recommend applying the sealant as many as 4-5 times a year. Of course this depends on the environmental and climate conditions of your area.

Application time is quick and simple; 20 minutes even done very slowly. Start with a clean vehicle with cool panels in a shaded area.

Dilute into a spray bottle 1:1 – 1 part Reload to 1 part Distilled H2O. Spray 2-3 sprays of the product onto a clean plush microfiber towel then spread evenly over the panel. Use just enough product so it is detectable while wiping on. Spread it evenly over the panel. Wipe in the most aerodynamic pattern over each panel. After applying to the entire panel, use a second clean microfiber towel and wipe the section until the surface is clear.

Also the silica sealant works great on wheels to protect them from ferrous iron contamination while making cleaning super simple and fast.

Ceramic Nano Coating Installation – Aftercare

Ceramic Coated Vehicles require a different maintenance approach than past protection technologies. This is because the extremely low surface energy created by the ceramic nano coating requires maintenance with products containing similar characteristics.

* * Note: Using a traditional wax or sealant on a coated vehicle will alter the surface properties, lowering a coatings effectiveness.

Therefore, after the coating is installed remember the following:

  • The longer the vehicle can be left to cure, untouched the better.
  • No unnecessary water exposure or car washing for 7 days.
  • Do not use a car shampoo with the words “wax” or “gloss” in the name or description. We recommend Meguiars Hyper Wash, or Optimum No Rinse (ONR) for Waterless or Rinseless washing methods. Dilute this with 1/2oz to 2 gallons of DISTILLED water.
  • Keep a regular vehicle wash schedule. E.g. once every 2 weeks for daily drivers.
  • Every 3-4 months apply CarPro Reload to the surface. (product linked below)

Using the Nano Sealant builds up layers of protection over time is the best strategy to ensure painted surfaces remain at their optimal state for both performance and aesthetics.

PRODUCTS & TOWELS LISTED ABOVE:

1] Car Wash or Waterless Wash Solutions – Depending on your Wash Method

2] CarPro Reload – maintenance spray topical sealant to put on clean car once every 3-4 months. Safe for Paint, Plastic, & Wheels.
https://www.detailedimage.com/CarPro-M53/Reload-Spray-Sealant-P605/400-ml-S1/https://www.feynlab.com/product/ceramic-nano-sealant/

3] Long Pile Microfiber Towels for Waterless Washing and Ceramic Nano Sealant Application. Recommend to buy at least (8) so not always washing
https://www.detailedimage.com/CarPro-M53/2-Face-No-Lint-Microfiber-Towel-P1528/16-x-16-S1/(5-Pack) THE RAG COMPANY 16 in. x 16 in. Eagle Edgeless Blue Professional Korean 70/30 Super Plush 480gsm Microfiber Detailing Towels

4] Plush Microfiber Towels for Drying Vehicle after a Traditional Vehicle Wash:
https://www.detailedimage.com/Griots-M56/PFM-Terry-Weave-Drying-Towel-P1369/25-x-35-S1/3-Pack) THE RAG COMPANY 16 in. x 16 in. EVEREST 1100 White Ultra-Plush Korean 70/30 Professional Microfiber Detailing Towels

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